General Patch Information
Where to Place Insignia on the Uniform.Only the round Junior badges/Journey badges are allowed on the front of the uniform. All other patches (cookie badges, participation patches, etc.) go on the back of the uniform. (The general rule is if the badge came from an official Junior Girl Scout Book, it goes on the front. If not, it goes on the back.) When deciding placement for patches, remember to keep them close together, or overlap them if she's an active Scout- most of our girls will be wearing this uniform for two years. (Scouts are Juniors for 4th and 5th grades.)
Several badges come in "iron on" form. I personally find it difficult to iron them on, as the patches are so thick and sometimes the adhesive does not hold well. Check the uniform periodically to be sure none are falling off. I suggest sewing all patches onto the uniform. There is also a product called "Patch Attach," found in crafting stores, which works like a glue for badges- though I do not know how well it works. Additionally, I will sew the patches on for you in exchange for a small monetary donation to the Troop.
All work for Earned Badges, like the round ones on the front of the vest and Council Patches, should be documented. For Fun Patches received away from the Troop, Scouts should be able to share information about the activity with the troop.
Once the patch is on the uniform, the girl should be able to tell others what the badge is called and and what she did to earn it. Recognitions will be awarded at Court of Awards Ceremonies throughout the year. Recognitions earned at meetings are paid for by the Troop. Participation Patches can be paid for by the troop, or by the individual, depending on the circumstances.
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Badge Books
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Junior Level Awards
Below are some special awards Girl Scouts can earn at the Junior level.
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World Thinking Day Award.
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Global Action Award
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My Promise, My Faith. This award is for girls who demonstrate how Girl Scouting ties into their faith. Requirements can be found on pg. 35 of the Junior GG2GS. The award can be earned both years as a Junior.
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Junior Aide, a mentoring award. Requirements include assisting at Daisy or Brownie meetings/events. Requirements can be found on pg. 33 of the Junior GG2GS.
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Junior Safety Award
Prerequisite: Girls should review the Internet Safety Pledge before starting.Requirements can be found on pg. 36 of the Junior GG2GS.Name of Award:
Junior Aide, a mentoring award. Requirements include assisting at Daisy or Brownie meetings/events. Requirements can be found on pg. 33 of the Junior GG2GS.
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The Bronze Award, the highest award a Junior can receive. There are 7 in-depth steps to earning this award.
Prerequisite: Must be a 4th or 5th grade registered Junior Girl Scout, and have completed at least one Junior Journey. The Bronze Award has it's own section in the Junior GG2GS, found just before the "Badges" section.
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The Bronze Cross. A great honor, awarded to a Girl Scout who has "shown presence of mind and true Girl Scout spirit in an emergency." The Council judges whether an act qualifies for the award, after being recommended by the Troop Leader.
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Medal of Honor. A great honor, awarded to a Girl Scout who has "shown extraordinary heroism or risked her life to save another's." The Council judges whether an act qualifies for the award, after being recommended by the Troop Leader.
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